First on the First 5K
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OhioHealth First On The First 5K
The OhioHealth First On The First 5K takes place on January 1, 2027 at Otterbein University, 180 Center St., Westerville, Ohio 43081. The event is a 5K Run/Walk that starts and finishes near the Clements Center on the university campus.
Participants receive an official unisex technical event shirt, an official finisher's medal, an official race bib, and free race photos provided by OhioHealth. A post-race party with Yabo's Tacos follows the finish. The organizer lists a no refund policy; bib transfers are allowed for a $15 fee. Strollers are permitted and pets are not allowed. Service animals trained to aid a person with a disability are welcome.
Registration is open and uses tiered fees: $40 through November 5, $45 through December 10, and $50 through Race Day. A group discount is available: registering three people reduces each registration by $5 when the promo code 2027SAVE15 is entered at checkout.
Packet pick up details and past photo and result archives are provided by the organizer for reference. The event is presented by M3S Sports and associated with OhioHealth. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
